He's now 63 years old...still fishing and just completed the third revision of his book. Don't know any other details.Recent article:http://www.uniontrib.com/sports/outdoors/20020224-9999_1s24outside.htmlHe puts it all in perspective... "I loved the sport long before I ever caught a big bass," Murphy said. "Catching fish was secondary. I just loved being on the spot, catching 6-, 7-and 8-pounders."